Kyrie Irving vows not to represent the USA again, the NBA All-Star guard for the Dallas Mavericks expressed desire to represent Australia.

February 20, 2025 TY Uncategorized 0

Kyrie Irving, the NBA All-Star guard for the Dallas Mavericks, has expressed interest in representing Australia in international basketball competitions, including the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Born in Melbourne in 1992, Irving moved to the United States at the age of two. He previously played for Team USA, securing gold medals at the 2014 FIBA World Cup and the 2016 Rio Olympics. However, he was overlooked for the Paris Olympic team in 2024.

Switching national team allegiances in basketball is complex. FIBA regulations stipulate that players who have represented one country as adults can only change affiliations under “exceptional circumstances,” requiring approval from FIBA’s Secretary General. Such approvals are rare; for instance, Klay Thompson’s attempt to play for the Bahamas and Elizabeth Williams’ and Nneka Ogwumike’s efforts to represent Nigeria were unsuccessful.

Andrew Gaze, a former Australian Boomers captain, has welcomed Irving’s interest, suggesting that his inclusion could enhance the team’s prospects for the 2028 Olympics. Nonetheless, the decision hinges on approvals from basketball authorities, including FIBA, Basketball Australia, and USA Basketball. Irving will be 36 by the time of the Los Angeles Games, and Australia’s backcourt features emerging talents like Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels, which may influence team selection considerations.
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